Corn is one of the most cultivated cereals in the world, alongside wheat and rice. However, unlike wheat and rice, its consumption in the form of flour is much less common. The reason for this difference lies in the large amount of corn used for animal feed and industrial production of starch and derived products, some of which are returned to the food industry. There is also a significant amount of corn used for biofuel production. Although food products containing…
You already know that in this blog, we often discuss bakery and baked goods, but from time to time, we allow ourselves to talk about other cereal-based products as well. Popcorn is one of the most consumed snacks in the world. It’s an iconic product in cinemas, and it has also traditionally been made at home. Nowadays, there are also packaged industrial popcorn and microwave-friendly products for home preparation. In this entry, we will analyse how popcorn is made, understand…